Why oil? Because worsening war news tends to threaten energy supply. That pushes oil prices up. So rising oil isn’t just about petrol; it’s a signal about geopolitical risk hitting the global economy.

Kids often pick up on something economists downplay: people care not just about prosperity, but about whether technologies like AI are changing the world in ways that no longer feel predictable or secure.

One more sleep until I can tell you what I've been working on. Can't wait.

Debt by itself is a lousy guide. A $500,000 mortgage can be manageable or terrifying depending on salary, rates, and future earnings. Same with countries: the real question isn’t “how much debt?” but “can they carry it?”

Economists call this diminishing marginal utility. The first dollars change your life. The billionth doesn't. So the argument stops being about consumption and starts being about power.

Deficits aren’t inherently good or bad. They’re a tool. The real question is: what problem are they solving? Econ is annoyingly context-dependent like that.

The lesson here isn’t just about phones in schools. It’s about human behavior: Take something away, and people usually replace it with something else.⁣ ⁣ Economists call this substitution.

"If what you want is rate cuts, here's the thing you don't do. You don't go and bomb a country in the Middle East upsetting global energy markets and pushing prices up across the board."

Consumer sentiment is near a 75-year low.⁣ ⁣ But increasingly, these surveys may be measuring partisanship as much as economics.⁣ ⁣ In other words, they may be asking “Do you like the president?” as much as “Do you like the economy?”

Economics. Explained. Clearly. That's the mission of Platypus Economics. We’re launching today with big ideas, full hearts, and a lot of hope. Join us on our journey to see the world more clearly.

This is heartbreaking…#DOE #USDOE #departmentofeducation #layoffs

Is Britain more involved in Gaza than the public realizes? Peter Oborne discusses RAF surveillance flights from Cyprus and UK arms links with Israel—raising questions about Britain’s role. 🎧 Episode 70 YouTube: youtu.be/V2smN5MpCnw #PeterOborne #Gaza #UKPolitics #TheEnlightenmentPodcast

Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Anita Anand signed the Convention establishing an International Claims Commission for Ukraine in the presence of Ukraine’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Andrii Sybiha.

Livvy being such a goof she nearly causes Roxy to break character ☺️ *she is naturally funny though (she’s very witty 🥰💜)

Do you believe you can change instantly? Most people don’t. Not because it’s impossible ~ but because we’ve been taught that change takes time, effort, and repetition. So we keep trying to “work toward” a new version of ourselves… while… #selfawareness #mindsetshift #personalgrowth #consciousness

BULGARIA WINS A HISTORIC , FRAUGHT EUROVISION SONG CONTEST GOOD SUNNY SUNDAY MORNING WORLD, IT'S GREAT TO WAKE UP TO THIS GOOD NEWS...8:05 SWE TIME DAILY MAIL / WOW MEDIA CHANNEL Published: 00:01 BST, 17 May 2026 Updated: 02:02 BST, 17 May 2026

History is made! A Humanoid Robot just SHATTERED the human world record in a 21KM marathon in Beijing.#robotrecord #ai #futuretech #breakingnews #worldrecord #reelsviral #reelsvideo #reelschallenge #reels #news #curiousfellow @highlight

On Memorial Day, we remember and honor the service members who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedoms. Wishing you all a meaningful Memorial Day.

@HouseDemocrats know that the American people deserve better. That is why we are ready, willing and able to quickly reach a bipartisan agreement that reopens the government, ensures #SNAP benefits are paid, and lowers health care costs. #MakeAmericaHungryAgain

ON COURT STREET: Those who attended Saturday afternoon's demonstration marched through downtown Binghamton, New York.

Powerful models spread fast, but malware risks rise with hype. #python #security #ai

A Christmas tree fell in Moscow. One fell in Mariupol in December 2021 too. People called it a bad sign. Now it’s Moscow turn to read the omens.

Down but NEVER out. Original post

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Another retention under Thekla’s reign! 🕷️😈 #AEWDynamite

Take a walk with Dr Elizabeth and her two dogs, while she talks about public health being everywhere. #PublicHealth #Dogs

Powerful: Lions star safety Kerby Joseph got baptized and committed his life to Jesus Christ. "Proud of you beloved. Best decision you'll ever make." A role model on and off the field ❤️🙏 Original post

I am very confused why, after this interview, he stated he will "do everything in his power" to make sure Nithya Raman is the next mayor of Los Angeles.

In a new episode of "In Focus SoCal," host Tanya McRae speaks with LA Councilmember Adrin Nazarian, who hopes people choose riding on Metro to easily get around town. Watch the interview here: http://specne.ws/GBMkNA

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has drawn attention ahead of key regional security talks. He was seen jogging and exercising with troops while wearing a t-shirt reading “THIS IS WAR.”

Indigenous women deserve to live without fear. My bipartisan BADGES for Native Communities Act would improve investigations into missing persons cases and keep communities safe.

Los colonialistas y el servil de Rodrigo Paz de esta manera serán expulsados de Bolivia junto con El FMI y las transnacionales yankees, el pueblo Boliviano defiende sus tierras y recursos contra los saqueadores neoliberales que intentan apoderarse de lo que le pertenece al pueblo Boliviano.

Please tell me this is a joke.

A deal with Vance isn't necessarily a deal with Trump.

Jack Whitehall is back at Soccer Aid this year... but is going via the Champions League final the night before, which means if Arsenal win, he'll probably still be celebrating!! Soccer Aid for UNICEF takes place on Sunday 31st May

Drought to Deluge! Developing El Niño gives us an early preview of the pattern for late fall and winter. A strong Subtropical Jetstream will hover near Texas, Louisiana and the lower MS Valley through the next 1-2 weeks… 1/

Maar het gevaar komt van rechts, zegt men aan de linkerkant. De waarheid spreekt toch een heel ander verhaal...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on sending troops to the Middle East: “These young people aren’t afraid. They want to fight.” He is not young. He is not going. He will not fight. He just doesn’t care.

📣Closing out #NewsLiteracy Week, we want to note that disinformation, including AI-generated content, affects #AAPI communities who get their news in many different languages & across many social media platforms. YOU have the power to stop misinformation by looking at the FACTS!

The Office of Personnel Management says the federal workforce is “leaner and more effective.” What they do not say is who pays the price. In NY-23, Social Security, veterans' care, and basic services are lifelines. Cut staff. Call it efficiency. Ignore the human cost.

Check out the abstracts from this year's Platform and Poster winners! #KeePosted #ICHP #ICHPSpringMeeting #Pharmacy #ILPharmacy ▶️🔗https://ow.ly/iEou50YV62f

How do you feel about direction of political conversation in the US? According to the Pew Research Center, you're severely in the minority if you think it's going well... #DisagreeHealthier

No irony when I say Japanese baseball rules.

Happy Friday, unless you are MAGA in US or Reform in the UK, in which case

Foal season 🧲 #horselover #horsemum #gr3tetag #mentalhealth #inspiration #motivation #quoteoftheday #BlueHartedFamily #selfcare #dailyquotes

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Ken Paxton is a carpetbagger from North Dakota who has served as the attorney general of Texas since 2015…

while her never made a cameo in Duck Dodgers, Bugs Bunny was mentioned a few times in the series, this was my favorite

AI SUCKS! Hello Dell XPS (2026)!".l Regardless of what brand you prefer, these new XPS laptops are looking good! #ces2026 #dell #xps #ai #laptop #tech #technology #smallcreator #techjournalism

Season 2 of “Landman” follows Billy Bob Thornton’s character, Tommy, as he starts his own oil and gas venture in West Texas. RMI’s Deborah Gordon breaks down the show’s portrayal of the physical, economic, and geopolitical risks facing oil and gas workers: https://ow.ly/2aac50Ykkbz

✨ Enter Aan’sao’gal: where magic, mystery, and war collide. 📖 Read the series: authorcdarney.com 💙📚 #authorcdarney #thechroniclesofthetroop #thebookofghaan #authorlife #hiddengems #hikinglife #quietplaces #pennsylvania

Sanders: You know why Trump has a nucleus of support? People say, “I go out and I vote and I’m going nowhere. Democracy is not working. You know what I need? I need a strong guy.” It’s not just in this country. You’re seeing this all over the world.

Darth Nihilus Lightsaber — The Lord of Hunger Unleash the power of the most feared Sith legend. “The Force Was Not His Ally. It Was His Hunger.” Step into the legacy of the Lord of Hunger. #DarthNihilus #Lightsaber #SithLord #StarWarsCosplay #XenoPixelSaber #RGBLightsaber

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These two 1Q drives from Olivia Miles were fantastic. — Blow by on Natasha Cloud, reacting to the strong side help with an acrobatic finish. — Working with the strong screen from Teaira McCowan to pin off Natasha Cloud, snakes the PnR to get a finish around Kamilla Cardoso.

Might have to rewatch wonderful world for the visuals 😭

Love Island: "America's sexiest singles will land in Fiji looking for love while competing for a share of $100,000. I mean, wow, YOU could get half a tank of gas for that!" Rising price of gas probably engenders mostly tears but, still, laughter is good for the soul!

How Kendrick was while making "tv off"

This schedule has been rated SSS for Subnautica Startforce and Symphonia! Weve also chucked in 2!!! Thats right 2!!!! Episodes of Under an Iron Roof!!!!! Thats like a whole 2 for 1 burger combo!!! But for your eyeballs!!!!!!!!!!